CVE-2026-116398
Deferred Deferred - Pending Action

Stored XSS in Content Slider Block Plugin

Publication date: 2026-10-26

Last updated on: 2026-10-26

Assigner: Patchstack

Description
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in bPlugins Content Slider Block content-slider-block allows Stored XSS.This issue affects Content Slider Block: from n/a through 3.2.1.

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Published
2026-10-26
Last Modified
2026-10-26
Generated
2026-10-26
AI Q&A
2026-10-26
EPSS Evaluated
N/A
NVD
CVE-2026-116398
EUVD
EUVD-2026-110042

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bPlugins Content Slider Block 0

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CWE ID Description
CWE-79 The product does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes user-controllable input before it is placed in output that is used as a web page that is served to other users.

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Executive Summary

This is a Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the bPlugins Content Slider Block plugin for WordPress. It allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages that are then stored and executed when other users view the page. The flaw exists due to improper neutralization of user input during web page generation.

Detection Guidance

To detect this vulnerability, check the installed version of the Content Slider Block plugin in your WordPress site. If the version is 3.2.1 or below, the system is vulnerable. Use WordPress admin panel or run a command like 'wp plugin list' in the WordPress directory to verify the plugin version.

Impact Analysis

Attackers could exploit this to steal visitor data, hijack user accounts, or perform actions on behalf of users. Successful exploitation requires user interaction, such as clicking a malicious link or visiting a crafted page. The impact includes potential data breaches and unauthorized access to user sessions.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized data access or theft, which may violate GDPR (data protection) and HIPAA (health data privacy) requirements. Organizations using the vulnerable plugin risk non-compliance due to potential data breaches and insufficient protection against XSS attacks.

Mitigation Strategies

Immediately update the Content Slider Block plugin to version 3.2.2 or later. If auto-updates are enabled via Patchstack, ensure they are active. Remove or disable the plugin if updating is not possible.

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